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Updated: November 30, 2003

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One of the ways abusers and perpetrators retain power over their victims is to tell lies to intimidate. As an advocate in a crisis center, I often hear about these lies from survivors of abuse, incest or rape. Here's the truth about commonly told lies and answers to some legal questions, questions about healing, and facts about incest, sexual assault, domestic abuse, and rape. Remember, statutes and legal protocols can and do vary by state and country. Contact an attorney and a crisis center to get specifics about your situation, whether you are a survivor of incest, rape, sexual assault, or domestic abuse.

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My friends are telling me to get therapy to help me recover from my abuse, and I don't want to. Are they right?

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